Riverside Academy
Rugby, CV21 1EH · Warwickshire · primary school
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5th of 161 primary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 196 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.9/10 against 2,668 of them, against 8.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Riverside Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in November 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join orienteering, team building, and boxercise clubs, or play netball, football, and rounders. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 233 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is provided for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are the breakfast and after-school clubs structured to support daily routines?
What Ofsted said about Riverside Academy
Overview
Riverside Academy is an outstanding primary school where pupils thrive within a supportive environment underpinned by the ethos of ‘learning together, achieving excellence’. The report highlights that pupils achieve highly across the curriculum, behave very well, and benefit from extensive personal development opportunities. Leaders and staff are praised for their high expectations, effective teaching, and deep care for pupils and their families.
Strengths
- Pupils develop a ‘passion for books’ through effective phonics teaching and engaging reading experiences, with timely support for those falling behind.
- Curriculum planning ensures pupils build on key knowledge and vocabulary over time, applying learning in new contexts such as ‘curriculum days’ and ‘International Day’.
- The school is ‘highly ambitious’ for disadvantaged pupils, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and English as an additional language learners, providing prompt and effective support.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with purposeful activities that develop vocabulary and prepare children well for Year 1.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘exemplary’ behaviour, showing respect, resilience, and an understanding of how to keep themselves safe, including online.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring pupils are well supported and kept safe through personalised strategies and an open culture.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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